Fitness Specialist-Wellness

Baycare; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

BayCare is seeking a highly skilled fitness professional to design and implement personalized exercise programs for individuals with chronic health considerations. You will supervise both individual and group sessions, educate participants, and tailor plans to each user’s needs.

With certification as a Personal Trainer and BLS/AED within 90 days, you will contribute to a patient-centered wellness team at the Cheek Powell Wellness Center in Clearwater, FL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Certification as a Personal Trainer from a NCCA-accredited organization (ACSM/ACE/NSCA/NASM).
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification within 90 days; AED training.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in medical fitness or health/wellness.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement fitness programs tailored to individuals with chronic diseases or special health considerations.
• Supervise individual or group exercise programs and educate participants.
• Establish a personalized program of exercise for each user.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field

Certification as a Personal Trainer from a NCCA-accredited fitness organization (ACSM, ACE, NSCA, NASM)

Job description

Details

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

Summary

Highly skilled professional responsible for designing and implementing fitness programs tailored to individuals with chronic diseases or special health considerations. Have a deep understanding of both exercise physiology and various medical conditions, allowing the specialist to create a safe and effective exercise environment. Responsible for supervising individual or group exercise programs, educating the individuals who are exercising, and establishing a personalized program of exercise for each user.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field

Credentials

• Certification as a Personal Trainer from a NCCA-accredited fitness organization such as ACSM, ACE, NSCA, NASM
• Required - BLS (Basic Life Support) - within 90 days; And - AED (Defibrillator)

Experience

Minimum of one year’s experience in the medical fitness or health/wellness industry preferred.

Facility

BayCare Health System, Cheek Powell Wellness Center

Location

Clearwater, FL

Status

Full Time, Exempt: No

Shift Hours

Varies

Weekend Work

None

On Call

No

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled